What is the cheapest way to get from DeKalb to Elkhart?

The cheapest way to get from DeKalb to Elkhart is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from DeKalb to Elkhart?

The fastest way to get from DeKalb to Elkhart is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between DeKalb and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct bus from DeKalb to Elkhart. However, there are services departing from Dekalb and arriving at Transfer Center via Chicago and South Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from DeKalb to Elkhart?

The distance between DeKalb and Elkhart is 163 miles. The road distance is 163 miles.

How do I travel from DeKalb to Elkhart without a car?

The best way to get from DeKalb to Elkhart without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs $29 - $70.

How long does it take to get from DeKalb to Elkhart?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from DeKalb to Elkhart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the DeKalb to Elkhart bus from?

DeKalb to Elkhart bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dekalb station.

Train or bus from DeKalb to Elkhart?

The best way to get from DeKalb to Elkhart is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs $29 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 30 bus, which costs $26 - $80 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the DeKalb to Elkhart bus arrive?

DeKalb to Elkhart bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between DeKalb and Elkhart?

Elkhart is 1h ahead of DeKalb. It is currently 10:53 PM in DeKalb and 11:53 PM in Elkhart.

Can I drive from DeKalb to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between DeKalb to Elkhart is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from DeKalb to Elkhart.

Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 195+ hotels available in Elkhart.

DeKalb to Elkhart - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 30 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from DeKalb to Elkhart by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, train, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCUp-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak StationLake Shore Limited / ...
5h 31m
$30–70
Bus, line 30 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dekalb to Chicago Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bend, IN
3. Take the bus from South Street Station to Transfer Center30
6h 9m
$27–79
Drive 162.1 mi
1. Drive from DeKalb to Elkhart162.1 mi
3h 15m
$30–43
Line 12 bus, train, fly
1. Take the bus from Locust St. at 2nd St. - EB Stop #623 to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662
2. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTC
3. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to South Bend (SBN)ORD - SBN
6h 1m
$100–410

DeKalb to Elkhart by bus, train, and foot

21Weekly Services

5h 31mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between DeKalb, IL, USA and Elkhart, IN, USA?

You can take a bus from Locust St at N 6th St - EB Stop #624 to Elkhart Amtrak Station via Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, Elburn, Chicago OTC, and Chicago Union Station in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dekalb to Transfer Center via Chicago and South Street Station in around 6h 9m.

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